One evening, a woman and her husband decided to have a relaxing dinner out. Little did she know, the night would leave her feeling frustrated. From the start, the bartender seemed to ignore her completely, directing all questions about their meal and drinks to her husband. Things took a turn for the worse when, after leaving a generous tip, the bartender thanked her husband instead of her.
The evening began casually enough. The woman, feeling too tired to cook, suggested they eat out at a nearby restaurant where her husband was a regular. Before they left, she told him she had cash on hand and would cover the bill.
As they sat down at the bar, her husband mentioned that the bartender was new and suggested they tip generously. She agreed, understanding the importance of tipping well, as she worked in a tip-based job herself.
Throughout their meal, the service felt strange. The bartender seemed polite, but only toward her husband. She frequently asked him if everything was okay, while ignoring the woman entirely.
When it was time to clear the table, she asked the husband if he needed a box for his leftovers, even though the woman’s plate was still half-full. The woman noticed that while her husband received smiles and friendly conversation, she was met with brief, uninterested responses.
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